What's on this weekend in Melbourne
Discover things to do in Melbourne this weekend, from free events to exhibitions, attractions and places to visit.
This weekend only
Dinash and Friends
Enjoy live music in the beer garden – a unique mix of soul, dance, reggae and pop.
Fuel
A play about the poisonous side of mateship told through six characters, each with their own truth.
Amplified
Chrissy Amphlett, the queen of Australian rock is reimagined in this electrifying new cabaret.
Melbourne Women in Film Festival
Marking 10 years championing women and non-binary filmmakers with bold screenings and events.
An Intimate Evening with Celtic Thunder
Experience Celtic Thunder and hear the soaring harmonies and beloved hits come alive.
Clare Bowditch: What Was Left Reimagined
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the singer's seminal work.
World's Longest Lunch
Greece is the word for the signature event of Melbourne Food and Wine Festival.
Ocean Film Festival World Tour
Dive into stunning ocean stories at Ocean Film Festival World Tour: beauty, power, wonder.
The Grand WaZoo Legacy Tour : 45 Years of Soul
Delivering big horns, powerhouse vocals and the timeless spirit of classic soul, RnB and Motown.
Friday Night Social: General Feelings Sound System
Enjoy Science Gallery Melbourne’s free Friday night parties with their latest exhibition.
TGIF! with Charlie Pickering
Join Charlie Pickering and his guests for an hour of laughs every Friday.
Flavours of Autumn Festival
Transforming C Shed with an array of seasonal flavours and Autumn favourites taking centre stage.
Synths for Women, Non-binary and Trans People
Get hands-on time with some amazing machines as well as one-on-one guidance.
A-League Men: Melbourne Victory vs Central Coast Mariners
Melbourne Victory take on the Central Coast Mariners at AAMI Park.
The Piano Men: The Songs of Elton John and Billy Joel
Superband presents a tribute to the greatest piano men of all time, Billy Joel and Elton John.
Flora
A dance collaboration tracing the profound influence of major events on the landscape and people.
Improvised Comedy: F#*k This, I Quit
This show uses your work stories to create hilarious inmprovised scenes.
MFWF x Taxi Kitchen: Sips and Snacks
A four-hour tasting adventure designed for curious food lovers.
HOLD ME HOLD ME HOLD ME
A spiralling collection of vignettes of two men, and their obsessive, loving, spiritual magnetism.
Regular weekend events
Westwood | Kawakubo
NGV’s summer exhibition pairs two icons of the fashion world, Vivienne Westwood and Rei Kawakubo.
Moonlight Cinema
Kick back with a film under the stars at Melbourne’s most spectacular open-air cinema.
Game Worlds
ACMI's new playable exhibition features more than 30 videogames from the 1970s to today.
Racquet Club
A high-energy fusion of world-class padel, waterfront atmosphere and unmistakable Crown polish.
Flora
A dance collaboration tracing the profound influence of major events on the landscape and people.
Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show
The classic fairytale is reimagined with glow-in-the-dark costumes and luminous staging.
Travel Sketching with Watercolour Pencil
Talk a walk around East Melbourne, sketching and learning tips and techniques. Note: sold out
MECCA X NGV Women in Design Commission: Nipa Doshi
Designer Nipa Doshi explores beauty, plurality and diversity in her handcrafted cabinet.
Weekend Showcase: Basement Comedy Club
See the very best of Australian standup comedians perform four days a week during the holidays.
Sports Precinct Walking Tour
Explore Melbourne's sports precinct on foot with a local guide, including a tour of the MCG.
Swinging 60s
Did the sixties really swing in Victoria? A new exhibition from the Old Treasury Building.
Order Up: A City Fed by Many Cultures
Experience the soul of Melbourne’s hospitality scene like never before and this exhibition.
Comedy at the Coopers Inn
A comedy club featuring the best local, interstate and international stand-up comedians.
Mosaic Making Workshop for Beginners
Learn the art of creating beautiful mosaics from start to finish.
Yarra Sunrise Running Tour
Run Melbourne’s parks, landmarks and Yarra River at sunrise on this 8km tour with coffee to finish.
Melbourne Hidden Bars Walking Tour
Discover Melbourne's hidden bars – down alleys, in basements and behind closed doors.
Cocktail Making Class
Mix, shake and sip your way through the ultimate cocktail class in a hidden Melbourne bar.
World of the Book
Explore the rare, the sacred and the iconic in the 20th anniversary of this annual exhibition.
Serene Terrarium: Workshop for Beginners
Create your mini plant world while enjoying a soothing cuppa and a calming environment.
Yarra: Stories of Melbourne's River
Explores the chequered history of the stream we call the ‘city’s river’.
Footsteps Through Time: Melbourne's History Walk
Step into Melbourne’s past on this two-hour guided walking tour of laneways and hidden stories.
Cloisonne Enamel Painting Workshop for Beginners
Create a unique drink coaster using the ancient cloisonné art.
Laneways and Lattes Walking Tour
Explore Melbourne’s hidden laneways with coffee, street art, history and culture.
The Story of the Moving Image
A permanent exhibition that journeys through the past, present and future of the moving image.
Perfect Pairings: Guided Cheese and Wine Matching
Learn how artisan cheeses pair with fine back-vintage wines in this guided tasting.
Making Memoir of a Snail
Explore handmade sets, props and characters from Adam Elliot's claymation film Memoir of a Snail.
Free Guided Walk
A free guided walk is the perfect way to enjoy the sunny weather in Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne.
7 Paintings Dining Experience
A dinner show that combines art, technology, and culinary delight into a unique experience.
State Library Victoria Unlocked
On this exclusive tour, gain access to State Library Victoria before the doors open to the public.
Distraction
An exhibition that plugs into the torrent of content and places we go when craving distraction.
The Lost Impressionist Art Tours
Discover Melbourne's artistic story and its connection to Monet with this unique group walking tour.
Chocolate Family Adventure Day
Enjoy an all-inclusive, stress-free family outing filled with fun, creativity, and delicious treats.
The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque
Experience Melbourne's most intimate variety show in a hidden gem of the city.
Gin-dulgent High Tea Experience
Take your seat for a guided gin high tea like no other with bottomless sparkling.
Tote Bag Block Printing Workshop for Beginners
Style your bag just the way you like it with block printing.
Melbourne Food and Wine Festival
A 10-day feast bringing the best-of-the-best from Australia and the world, direct to your lips.
The Great Gatsby: A Jazz Ballet Odyssey
Jazz, tap and ballet bring Gatsby to life in a dazzling theatrical spectacle.
Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled
Enjoy stand-up comedy from future stars and celebrity guest headliners.
Piccolo Teatro: Magic Theatre
Specialising in astonishing magic shows and immersive live entertainment.
Mystery Sidedoor City: Wine and Asian Fusion Bites
Enjoy off-menu bites and paired drinks at a hidden Melbourne venue on this guided tasting adventure.
Mosaic Art Classes: Turkish Lamp Workshop
Make beautiful mosaic lamps at this Turkish lamp workshop in Melbourne!
The Explorer Bus Melbourne
Discover the beauty of this inner-city oasis from the comfort of an open-air minibus.
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